Ryan Kesler is an American professional ice hockey center and alternate captain for the Vancouver Canucks of the National Hockey League. Drafted in the first round, 23rd overall by the Vancouver Canucks in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, Kesler has spent his entire five-year NHL career with the Canucks. He is best known a two-way forward, having been named as a finalist for the Selke Trophy in 2009 and 2010, as well as for his agitating style of play.